Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: RN
Specialty: Emergency Department
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 07:00-19:00
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum 2 years
License: Active RN license required
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS
Must-Have:
NIHSS assessment
Experience working in an Emergency Department
Description:
Unit Information:
Number of beds: 30
Type of staff:
Day shift staffed with charge nurses, registered nurses, paramedics, patient care technicians, and nurse educators.
Night shift staffed with charge nurses, registered nurses, paramedics, patient care technicians, and nurse educators.
Patient Ratios: 1:4
Type of equipment includes Pyxis, GE monitors, Zoll defibrillators, Welch Allyn, and Dynamap vital signs machines.
Electronic medical record system: Meditech.
Typical hiring profile:
Motivated, easy-going, friendly personality, and team player.
List of typical procedures performed includes:
IV starts
EKG
Trauma care
Cardiac care
Stroke management
Guidelines:
Self-scheduling is utilized.
Staff members are expected to work four weekend shifts per month, with two of them being consecutive weekend days.
General Information:
This facility is renowned for its burn center, which sees over 3,000 patients annually.
Additional services include physical therapy, emergency services known for short wait times, and various specialized medical services.
Staff members praise the supportive culture and management.
The surrounding area offers a rich history and vibrant community life, including local events and recreational opportunities.